CROKER

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Croker

Croker is an English surname of Old Norse origin, derived from the word "krokr," meaning 'hook' or 'bend.' The name likely originated as a nickname for someone with a curved nose or a prominent chin. The Croker surname is most commonly found in the southwest of England, particularly in the counties of Devon and Cornwall.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Croker surname is that of Adam le Crocker, dated 1279 in the Hundred Rolls of Cambridgeshire. The name has since spread throughout England and beyond, particularly to countries with historic connections to Britain.

The Croker family name has been associated with various notable individuals over the years. One of the most famous bearers of the surname was John Wilson Croker (1780–1857), an Irish-born politician and writer who served as Secretary to the Admiralty in the United Kingdom.

Today, the Croker surname continues to be borne by individuals around the world, with variations in spelling such as Crocker or Crook. The name has retained its historical significance and remains an integral part of British genealogy and heritage.

There are approximately 1,552 people named Croker in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,218th most common surname in Britain. Around 24 in a million people in Britain are named Croker.

Surname type: Occupational name

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
David
John
Mark
Michael
Paul
Philip
Richard
Simon
Stephen

Female

Catherine
Christine
Eileen
Elizabeth
Helen
Jane
Joanne
Julie
Louise
Mary
Maureen
Patricia
Sarah
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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